GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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PHYSICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Is this a scalar quantity or a vector quantity?A deer running 15 meters per second due west
A
Scalar
B
Vector
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Here the unit involved is 20 m/s2 which is the unit of acceleration and acceleration is a vector quantity. So, 20 m/s2 is a vector quantity as it involves magnitude as well as direction. Q.

Detailed explanation-2: -These two categories can be distinguished from one another by their distinct definitions: Scalars are quantities that are fully described by a magnitude (or numerical value) alone. Vectors are quantities that are fully described by both a magnitude and a direction.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer: Scalar: Scalars are quantities that are fully described by a magnitude (or numerical value) alone.

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